Press Releases
Press Releases
Reports highlight Ireland’s current macro-economic problems
2018-03-14
14th March 2018 Ireland’s tax base is too narrow and the taxation system requires change National competitiveness is an issue…
ISME welcomes action plan for jobs 2018
2018-03-12
12th March 2018 Introduction of a new apprentice programme & 4000 traineeships welcome Focus on regional growth vital Greater emphasis…
ISME concerned at high court ruling against a cork supermarket
2018-03-07
7th March 2018 Concern that ruling could have implications for the business sector Quantum of the award appears to breach…
Employers advised to update plans for cold snap
2018-02-28
Employers advised to put measures in place to reduce business impact Employers have a duty of care for all employees…
SME satisfaction with government at two-year high
2018-02-27
27th February 2018 Medium sized enterprises most satisfied with government Micro businesses least satisfied with government performance Governments handling of…
Significant pay gap persists between public and private sectors
2018-02-26
26th February 2018 Public-Private sector pay gap ‘unjustifiable’ 38% of SMEs cannot afford pay increases Government must foster greater national…
ISME welcomes government stance on the role of PPP’s in the national development plan
2018-02-20
20th February 2018 A long-term strategy describing all government investment is welcome We require a long-term planning approach Cost-benefit analyses…
Better cash flow for businesses in Q4
2018-02-16
16th February 2018 Credit days improve from 57 to 55 days for businesses. Businesses in Munster and Ulster wait 60…
Cost of insurance working group falls short
2018-02-09
9th February Ireland’s damages regime is too generous for minor injuries ISME, the Irish SME Association today (9th February) expresses…
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